I've decided to document my first 100 days of life with an #airfryer I know I'm a saddo.
I was so adamant that I didn't need another #kitchen gadget so I'm going to use the hashtag #100DaysOfAirFrying and keep track of my makes (or days when I dont use it) so I can keep tabs on how much I use it and it's impact.
Day 1 today. First impressions are it's big, louder than I was expecting, but awesome.
Apple and pear crumble cooked in 18mins and was definitely the best 12p I spent today
Day 2 of #100DaysOfAirFrying and I've had to stop myself from getting carried away.
I had pumpkin seeds leftover from some soup I made the other day so roasted them with Lemon, Thyme and Cornish Sea Salt.
On recommendation of @garethhevans nuts... well nut and seed mix, coconut flakes, cashews, almonds, sesame seeds, salt, paprika and rosemary... could have done with slightly less time, this was 5mins, think 3 wld do.
Also did tea but phone has died so pics tomorrow #AirFryer
Belated pic from Day2 of #100DaysOfAirFrying was my first go at #airfryer chips
With a Pukka Vegan Cheddar and Onion Pie (not that I'm #vegan but wanted to try it).
Not sure about any suggestion that it would help me eat healthier, given I never really fried food anyway, I've a nasty feeling I'm going to turn into a potato.
Ooops forgot to put Day 3 as a reply but it's on the #100DaysOfAirFrying hashtag if you're interested.
Today is Day 4 and if I'm really honest I probably didn't need to use the #airfryer today, but I couldn't resist.
Small butternut squash, spritz of oil, sprinkle of cinnamon, paprika and salt
20mins at 200c 14p
I threw in the remainder of the Pumpkin Seeds from Day2 just before the end of cooking to re-crunch them which was spot on.
Not sure if its quieter or I'm just more used to it 👌
Day 5 of #100DaysOfAirFrying was yesterday and I had to fight myself not to use the #AirFryer I really had no need.
Day 6 today and I cooked a leek, an onion and some butternut squash cubes with mixed herbs and had it in a wholemeal pitta with humous, was so good. Next time I’d roast not air fry but still playing around deciding on what function to use.
Day 7 #100DaysOfAirFrying time for cauliflower cheese, with couple slices of ham from earlier in week reheated by throwing in for last few minutes cooking time.
I roasted cauliflower for 10mins at 200, with a few spritz of spray veg oil on it. Made cheese sauce in a saucepan, added florets to ensure were fully coated. Popped back into the roasting tin, covered with mixed herbs, some breadcrumbs and a little salt.
Roasted 7mins. 20p of electric, yummy warm food in my belly #AirFryer #cooking
Day 8 #100DaysOfAirFrying oh my goodness, air fried chickpeas with olive oil, salt, cumin and paprika.
15mins at 200 on Air Fry mode #AirFryer grand total of 13p
Then later on reheated leftover cauliflower cheese on the first use of the reheat function , super quick and super hot. 10mins and baking hot all the way through. #cooking
Day 9 #100DaysOfAirFrying this was a total indulgence, utterly unnecessary but soooo good.
150gm butter, 150gm sugar, 2tbsp honey, 2tbsp golden syrup melted together, 300gm jumbo oats, 100gm sultanas
First use of the bake function, 16mins at 180C, was aiming for 20mins but thought was long enough.
It’s still cooling but I just stole the corner and it’s sooo good, altho maybe a little too sweet 🤭 #AirFryer #Baking #Cooking
Sorry, sorry, sorry totally behind on #100DaysOfAirFrying but only because I keep forgetting to post, I don't forget to use it so today Days 11, 12 and 13.
Day 11 air fried bacon for a sarnie
Day 12 grilled bacon and then made the most disgustingly delicious crumpet, garlic puree, butter, bacon and cheese feast (inspired by some tiktok video via my sister)
Day 13 Riverford pork and apple pie with air fryed chips
I have NO regrets about this purchase at all #airfryer #cooking
Day 14 and Day 15 of #100DaysOfAirFrying and I've nothing to report.
The #AirFryer has stayed off, mostly because I've been back to back with work the last two days and living off toast. I still had flapjacks so had no need for treats either.
Am off out for a curry tonight so have no need for tea, but will see if it gets used again tomorrow.
I’ll bet back to it tomorrow, promise 😂😂😂@sarasiobhan it does. I'd think of it as a kitchen appliance rather than gadget. Its like a small oven really. It grills, air fries, roasts, bakes, dehydrate and reheats.
Much cheaper than an oven tho, and smaller too (altho the one I got feels pretty big) but its table top height. Was thinking would be ideal for people who struggle with mobility.
I got a Ninja Foodi Max, mostly because I'd used Abi's and liked/knew it. It's also medium capacity, ideal for one or two ppl #100DaysOfAirFrying
@GeorgeJulian I use ours for cooking pre-done frozen sweet potato chips - works well and kids is into thinking we are being vaguely healthy!
PS. I respond to your social care posts too!
@katekate exactly like, just a small one. Depending on different models they have different functions, the one I got air fryers (by blasting hot air around whatever is in the basket), or roast or grill or reheat or dehydrate etc.
The main selling point for me was the lower energy cost, and the speed.
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